A/N: Ok, I just came back from PoA (for the fourth time) and I really love that movie! I feel bad for the other people who have to be in the theatre with me because I laugh really loud and hard at points that shouldn't be funny. It's all because I read so many fan fics that I see things going on no one else sees. Today when Tom Felton came on the screen I shouted "Peagreen" because that was who he was in The Borrowers (he's so cute, you should see it). Also, at the part with Harry, Snape, and Lupin in the hallway I was making little sobbing noises because I love those two. Werewolf scene, holla! Oh, this chapter is about me developing Lucius and Narcissa as a couple, but all my slash girls I promise action will be happening soon!
Polarized Hearts
Chapter 5 – For the Love of Power
It's tough work, being powerful, rich, and beautiful. Arthur Weasley was lacking in a few of these areas, and Lucius felt they could never see eye to eye. Why would a pure blood be willing to blow it for all of the other purebloods by talking to stinking mudbloods? The Weasleys were as old and solid in lineage as Malfoy, maybe even purer. There was that scandal where Lucius' aunt had an affair with a half-breed.
On the upside, things were going well with Lucius and Severus. The boy was coming along nicely as far as following any order Lucius gave him. It appeared that he was beginning to think like Lucius as well, sneering at muggles and muggle-borns.
Narcissa was not easy to please. Lucius had noticed her in his fourth year, and had been "going with her" since his fifth year. She insisted upon Lucius paying all of his attention to her and only her, but this wish was never met. He had begun to explore the world of the Dark Arts as Severus was, and found it far more fascinating than Narcissa ever proved to be.
In the common room that night, Severus sat at his usual table working on assignments. Only this night he was having trouble focusing on the history paper he was bent over. A hand found it's way to Severus' shoulder and shook him firmly out of his daydream. Taking a moment to adjust to the light of the room, his eyes focused on Lucius' face before him. He had a wide smile, and Narcissa was standing a bit behind him looking fairly nervous. Something inside of Severus panged for the girl, even though he didn't particularly like her.
"Sev, I need you to help me with that paper I talked to you about earlier. My father said if it is finished tonight he can send it out and see about my position." He peered expectantly at Severus, who showed no emotion on his pale face.
"When did you want to work on it? I'm a little busy at the moment-"
"Not now, I'm busy too" Lucius smiled back at Narcissa, who jumped up from the chair she had been resting in. "I'll come out to you in, say, an hour or so?" The smile grew on his lips and he walked over to Narcissa, one arm wrapping around her shoulders as he led her up the stairs to the dormitories. A shiver ran through Severus, realization of what Lucius was doing hitting him. The thought seemed revolting, yet…the image of a boy with soft brown hair and warm, golden eyes staring at him revolved around his head for a few moments.
They had a study date tomorrow night. What had he gotten himself into? Had he seemed angry enough that Remus talked to him? This was going to be difficult… Severus had to come up with some sort of payment for the lesson. It would be too obvious to Remus otherwise. The reward that Severus really wanted deep down inside was most likely out of the question.
An awful thought popped into Severus' mind as well as all of the nice ones. What would happen if Lucius found out? Nothing would happen. Stop being ridiculous. All you are doing is helping him with some homework. He can't stop you from just helping them… Or could he? Severus knew that Lucius had a growing influence on his decisions. He didn't see any danger at the moment, except their most recent project together was to get him a higher position at the ministry. He was only a sixth year, but he was already kissing up to all of the ministry. When Lucius wants something, he usually gets it.
This brought Severus' mind back to what Lucius was doing up in the room. Poor Narcissa had no idea what she was getting into. At least that was how Severus saw it.
Narcissa had first seen Lucius her first year at Hogwarts. He had led her to believe that she needed him, but what she was really attracted to was his power. He could get everything he wanted, any time, anywhere. She liked a man with connections. With her upbringing, she had slim pickings as far as guys. But Lucius filled all of the categories she wanted. That's why she had agreed to make him happy. Not that she really had a choice.
Her body moved in jerky, nervous movements. He watched her dance around for a few moments before getting up and grabbing her waist. She wasn't sure what he was doing, but he dragged her down onto his bed, and it became clear he didn't care for her show. He began to slowly kiss her face, moving down her neck, his hands moving in lower parallels. There was no need to do anything back, as he seemed to not even realize she was really there. She made soft noises to encourage him on, things progressing in time.
The soft sunlight hit her pale face, her hair covering her in a light blanket. Brushing it off her face, she wrapped a thin arm around Lucius' waist. She was surprised at how happy and content she felt to be lying next to him. A dull ache throbbed as she rolled over to rest her head on his slowly rising chest, her breath becoming jagged for a moment. He stirred a little, the world of dreams not yet releasing him.
Severus had waited up for a long while to see if Lucius would come down. Knowing the worst had happened when he didn't show up, he packed up and went to his own room. The other four boys were long time asleep, peaceful sounds of rhythmic breathing filling the room. Tomorrow he would get to meet Remus Lupin one on one, no Sirius to get in the way of their relationship. What ever that relationship would prove to be.
There were a few questions playing in his mind. Questions you would ask an older brother. Naturally, Severus thought to ask Lucius of their answers. It was a Saturday morning, so breakfast was longer and less regulated. Severus woke up bright and early, having only a piece of toast and some orange juice for breakfast. Scanning the room for Remus, he saw that the young boy was not down yet. An image of Remus' sweet face sleeping in a bed with golden sun shining like his eyes swam past Severus' consciousness, seizing a moment of dreaminess in his life. He remembered why he had gotten up early, and got up to go visit Lucius.
He had been to Lucius' room on several occasions. It was down the hall four doors and to the left of Severus' room. He walked down the dark corridor, reaching the door a little short of breath. He had the feeling something was going to happen soon. He marched in to find all of the beds empty except for Lucius', which had the curtains pulled shut. He's still sleeping, the lazy lot. I'll have to wake him up. Severus peeled back the curtain to reveal two bodies in the bed. The curtains had made a loud squealing noise as they pulled back, waking both of the sleepers.
Narcissa and Lucius stared up at Severus, who was standing there feeling quite stupid. Narcissa was the first to move, as she reached down and picked up Lucius' shirt and threw it on. Lucius looked at her expectantly, but she only returned the look and doing so winning the battle.
"Severus, do you mind meeting me down in the great hall? We could maybe talk over breakfast" He looked back at Severus as though the issue was closed for discussion. Still not sure of what was going on, Severus turned and left. He sat in the common room for a while, then decided to go and study in the library. Just as he was buried in a pile of books about werewolves, animagi, and other magical sorts that had caught his attention, a dark shadow blocked his reading light. Severus began to raise his head, his eyes narrowing to focus on the person in front of him, his heart pausing a moment in surprise.
A/N: I drew a picture from this story of Severus and Remus, and I just got a beautiful new scanner (fun toy!!) so if you're interested email me! Also, the more reviews I get, the more motivated I am to go all the way down to my basement and write this, so please review!! I would love you forever and always.